Looking for art and crafts in Christchurch? There is a genuine relaxed atmosphere that enables our artists and craftspeople to make full use of their creativity, resulting in a huge quality and variety of art and crafts.See art and craft outlets in the listings below.
 185 WHITE CHAIRS
185 EMPTY WHITE CHAIRS CHRISTCHURCH A remembrance display removed in 2023, originally reflecting on 22nd February 2011 The concept of The Empty Chair depicting the loss of someone has been used repeatedly across time and cultures. The installation consisted of 185 white chairs, each one different, representing the individuality of those who died as a result of the Christchurch earthquake on 22nd February 2011. |
 CHRISTCHURCH BOTANIC GARDENS
Welcome to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens With an extensive network of parks, rivers and streams spanning from the freshwater Travis Wetlands to the undulating reserves of the Port Hills, Christchurch and its prolific green space has justly earned the title of ‘the Garden City’. Even with over 1,000 parks to share among our residents, the one that stands out as iconic in culture, history and size – Hagley Park and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
03 941 7590
christchurchbotanicgardens@ccc.govt.nz
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 ISAAC THEATRE ROYAL
Isaac Theatre Royal Christchurch The Isaac Theatre Royal is the spiritual heart of Christchurch’s arts scene; an iconic theatrical venue that has played host to spectacular shows and spellbound audiences for more than a century. Over the years, its unique ambience and its exceptional acoustics have attracted some of the world’s most acclaimed entertainers and storytellers, and some of the world’s most-loved plays and musicals; operas and orchestras; concerts, ballets and comedic performances. |
 THE CENTRAL
Located in Christchurch in the old Library at the Arts Centre, The Central offers a beautiful and welcoming space that brings people and art together. Our philosophy is to create an uplifting gallery experience, demystifying the journey, and elevating the art. We show established contemporary New Zealand artists with a desirable body of work, whilst always keeping our experienced eye on aspiring artists of the future. |
 ABSOLUTION
Welcome to absolution which has been stabbing the christchurch human traffic since 1996. Established as a professional body-piercing studio, absolution built it’s reputation on a combination of hygienic approach, modern fit-out and personable staff. Still encouraging industry change and refusing to settle quietly, absolution now occupies a space that provides a central location to push the good shit. Looking for art in Christchurch absolution exhibits local and international artists to enquire about exhibiting please contact us.
03 381 7539
studio@absolution.co.nz
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 CHRISTCHURCH MUSEUM
Kia ora Welcome to Canterbury Museum. Visit and explore New Zealand's rich cultural and natural heritage. Learn about the past, present and future of Canterbury. There's always lots to see and do at the Museum. Encounter kiwi-ana and many other subjects that over 700,000 people do a year with 80% of all tourists visiting Christchurch attending the museum. Entry to the Museum is free; donations are appreciated. |
 JONATHAN SMART GALLERY
Jonathan Smart Gallery has been showcasing contemporary New Zealand art since 1988. The Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of top drawer, contemporary visual art, ranging from painting and photography to sculpture and moving image work.
03 365 7070
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 THE COURT THEATRE
Welcome to The Court Theatre Christchurch Hidden in Christchurch’s suburb of Addington is New Zealand’s largest theatre company. Inside the walls of the old grain shed is a diverse and dynamic company of 60 permanent staff plus hundreds of artists and artisans who produce 19 productions each year. Over 150,000 ticket buyers enter The Court each year to feast on the varied offering of theatrical works, all created and produced on-site. |
 ART BOX GALLERY
If you are searching Christchurch Art Galleries for a friendly and personal service Art Box Gallery® can help. |
 CHRISTCHURCH STREET ART
Christchurch street art really came into itself as what they call gap fillers where building spaces were opened up leaving bare walls. To be taken over by what some call the urban phenomenon moving across the globe.
Christchurch has now became a world street art capital. A Lonely Planet book published in 2017 ranked Christchurch alongside New York, Barcelona, Berlin and London as one of 39 cities with a rich street art scene.
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 LITTLE RIVER GALLERY
Mirage-like, the Little River Gallery appears on the horizon, a welcome sight for the traveller on Highway 75, the route to Akaroa, the tourists Mecca.
03 325 1944
info@littlerivergallery.com
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 THE NATIONAL
Kia Ora, Welcome The National is a dedicated dealer gallery owned by Director Caroline Billing. Specialising in contemporary jewellery by New Zealand and selected international artists, The National represents more than 40 jewellers and also exhibits sculptural ceramics, glass and object based works. |
 CHAMBERS ART GALLERY
Chambers Art Gallery & Studio Spaces Chambers Art Gallery is a Fine Art gallery with artists’ studio spaces, nestled within the central city of Christchurch. The gallery exhibits the work of leading and emerging New Zealand artists, representing artists and their work across a range of practices; painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, drawing and installation. Attention is centered upon works of quality that are skilful, conceptually rich, spirited and sincere. The Gallery was opened in 2011 and is managed by Ron Mottram and Julie Williams.
022 677 2810
gallery@chambersart.co.nz
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 CoCa
CoCA Christchurch a Centre of Contemporary Art "Spreading a love of artistic work through the community” At CoCA we enjoy a rich and proud history. Formed in 1880 as the Canterbury Society of Arts (CSA), we were the first organisation in Christchurch to exhibit and collect works of art. Our gallery was based on a simple premise: that the making of art by artists could be supported by regularly exhibiting art in Christchurch; it's what was true in 1880 and remains true for us today. |
 SOUTH ISLAND LANTERN FESTIVAL
Christchurch Lantern Festival Has become an annual event with the last one having been held on the 22-24 February 2019. A celebration of Chinese culture, celebrating the Lunar New Year with Christchurch people showing their love of China. Thousands of Christchurch people turned out to experience the Chinese culture surrounded by hundreds of vibrantly coloured lanterns. |
 THE PIANO
Welcome to The Piano Christchurch The Piano is a world class facility for music and the arts in Canterbury, New Zealand. The facility promotes and empowers participation in the arts by providing fit-for-purpose facilities for performances, tuition, creativity, collaboration and connection. The Piano offers spaces that are not only fit-for-purpose, but are also enjoyable to use and affordable to hire. Whether you're looking for casual or permanent use, for creative or corporate purposes, we have a range of venue options to suit. |
 CHRISTCHURCH ART GALLERY
Welcome to the Christchurch Art Gallery or Te Puna o Waiwhetū. The largest in Christchurch with Christchurch ratepayers contributing to the operating budget. This art gallery has something for everyone with displays ranging from old masters to modern art It has its own substantial art collection and also presents a programme of New Zealand and international exhibitions. Attached to the gallery is a popular restaurant. They also run regular events including talks, museum tours and film evenings and has around 50 volunteers assisting.
03 941 7300
info@christchurchartgallery.org.nz
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 IMAGE GROUP SERVICES
Image Group Services Ltd Christchurch Image Group Services Christchurch was incorporated in 2000. We are a 100% New Zealand owned and operated company based in Christchurch. We provide a unique level of high-quality service focused on the real estate industry offering photography and signage requirements. |
 THE BONE DUDE
Bone Dude's Bone Carving Studio in Christchurch The aim of Bone Dude's is to give people an introduction to bone carving. In 3 hours or less people are able, with the assistance of an experienced carver to create their own unique carving. No previous experience is required and all tools and materials are supplied. This activity is not suitable for small children. |
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185 EMPTY WHITE CHAIRS CHRISTCHURCH
A remembrance display removed in 2023, originally reflecting on 22nd February 2011
The concept of The Empty Chair depicting the loss of someone has been used repeatedly across time and cultures.
The installation consisted of 185 white chairs, each one different, representing the individuality of those who died as a result of the Christchurch earthquake on 22nd February 2011.
Welcome to absolution which has been stabbing the christchurch human traffic since 1996.
Established as a professional body-piercing studio, absolution built it’s reputation on a combination of hygienic approach, modern fit-out and personable staff.
Still encouraging industry change and refusing to settle quietly, absolution now occupies a space that provides a central location to push the good shit.
Looking for art in Christchurch absolution exhibits local and international artists to enquire about exhibiting please contact us.
If you are searching Christchurch Art Galleries for a friendly and personal service Art Box Gallery® can help.
Chambers Art Gallery & Studio Spaces
Chambers Art Gallery is a Fine Art gallery with artists’ studio spaces, nestled within the central city of Christchurch. The gallery exhibits the work of leading and emerging New Zealand artists, representing artists and their work across a range of practices; painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, drawing and installation. Attention is centered upon works of quality that are skilful, conceptually rich, spirited and sincere.
The Gallery was opened in 2011 and is managed by Ron Mottram and Julie Williams.
Welcome to the Christchurch Art Gallery or Te Puna o Waiwhetū.
The largest in Christchurch with Christchurch ratepayers contributing to the operating budget.
This art gallery has something for everyone with displays ranging from old masters to modern art It has its own substantial art collection and also presents a programme of New Zealand and international exhibitions.
Attached to the gallery is a popular restaurant.
They also run regular events including talks, museum tours and film evenings and has around 50 volunteers assisting.
Welcome to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
With an extensive network of parks, rivers and streams spanning from the freshwater Travis Wetlands to the undulating reserves of the Port Hills, Christchurch and its prolific green space has justly earned the title of ‘the Garden City’. Even with over 1,000 parks to share among our residents, the one that stands out as iconic in culture, history and size – Hagley Park and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
Kia ora
Welcome to Canterbury Museum. Visit and explore New Zealand's rich cultural and natural heritage. Learn about the past, present and future of Canterbury. There's always lots to see and do at the Museum.
Encounter kiwi-ana and many other subjects that over 700,000 people do a year with 80% of all tourists visiting Christchurch attending the museum.
Entry to the Museum is free; donations are appreciated.
CoCA Christchurch a Centre of Contemporary Art
"Spreading a love of artistic work through the community”
At CoCA we enjoy a rich and proud history. Formed in 1880 as the Canterbury Society of Arts (CSA), we were the first organisation in Christchurch to exhibit and collect works of art.
Our gallery was based on a simple premise: that the making of art by artists could be supported by regularly exhibiting art in Christchurch; it's what was true in 1880 and remains true for us today.
Image Group Services Ltd Christchurch
Image Group Services Christchurch was incorporated in 2000. We are a 100% New Zealand owned and operated company based in Christchurch.
Our office at 1 Dalziel Pl in Woolston accommodates offices, our photographic artworks gallery and the purpose built, drive-in photographic studio with daylight availability.
We provide a unique level of high-quality service focused on the real estate industry offering photography and signage requirements.
Isaac Theatre Royal Christchurch
The Isaac Theatre Royal is the spiritual heart of Christchurch’s arts scene; an iconic theatrical venue that has played host to spectacular shows and spellbound audiences for more than a century.
Over the years, its unique ambience and its exceptional acoustics have attracted some of the world’s most acclaimed entertainers and storytellers, and some of the world’s most-loved plays and musicals; operas and orchestras; concerts, ballets and comedic performances.
Jonathan Smart Gallery has been showcasing contemporary New Zealand art since 1988. The Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of top drawer, contemporary visual art, ranging from painting and photography to sculpture and moving image work.
Mirage-like, the Little River Gallery appears on the horizon, a welcome sight for the traveller on Highway 75, the route to Akaroa, the tourists Mecca.
Christchurch Lantern Festival
Has become an annual event with the last one having been held on the 22-24 February 2019.
A celebration of Chinese culture, celebrating the Lunar New Year with Christchurch people showing their love of China.
Thousands of Christchurch people turned out to experience the Chinese culture surrounded by hundreds of vibrantly coloured lanterns.
A free event which is for everyone and featured music, performance, dance, food and fun.
Bone Dude's Bone Carving Studio in Christchurch
The aim of Bone Dude's is to give people an introduction to bone carving. In 3 hours or less people are able, with the assistance of an experienced carver to create their own unique carving. No previous experience is required and all tools and materials are supplied. This activity is not suitable for small children.
Located in Christchurch in the old Library at the Arts Centre, The Central offers a beautiful and welcoming space that brings people and art together. Our philosophy is to create an uplifting gallery experience, demystifying the journey, and elevating the art.
We show established contemporary New Zealand artists with a desirable body of work, whilst always keeping our experienced eye on aspiring artists of the future.
Welcome to The Court Theatre Christchurch
Hidden in Christchurch’s suburb of Addington is New Zealand’s largest theatre company.
In its post earthquake refuge an old grain shed is a magical world of happiness, laughter, drama and intrigue.
Inside the walls of the old grain shed is a diverse and dynamic company of 60 permanent staff plus hundreds of artists and artisans who produce 19 productions each year. Over 150,000 ticket buyers enter The Court each year to feast on the varied offering of theatrical works, all created and produced on-site.
Kia Ora, Welcome
The National is a dedicated dealer gallery owned by Director Caroline Billing.
Specialising in contemporary jewellery by New Zealand and selected international artists, The National represents more than 40 jewellers and also exhibits sculptural ceramics, glass and object based works.
Welcome to The Piano Christchurch
The Piano is a world class facility for music and the arts in Canterbury, New Zealand.
The facility promotes and empowers participation in the arts by providing fit-for-purpose facilities for performances, tuition, creativity, collaboration and connection.
The Piano offers spaces that are not only fit-for-purpose, but are also enjoyable to use and affordable to hire. Whether you're looking for casual or permanent use, for creative or corporate purposes, we have a range of venue options to suit.
